Consumer Spending

How Much Of The Consumer’s Paycheck Goes To Amazon?
How Much Of The Consumer’s Paycheck Goes To Amazon?
October 15, 2018  |  Consumer Finance

In 2009, consumers first coined the term “Whole Paycheck” as a tongue-in-cheek way to describe the sticker shock many felt when looking at their receipts...

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PepsiCo Reports Third-Quarter Earnings Beat
PepsiCo Reports Third-Quarter Earnings Beat
October 02, 2018  |  Retail

On Indra Nooyi’s last day as PepsiCo’s chief executive, the beverage maker reported third-quarter earnings that exceeded expectations. At the same time, the company saw...

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Fed Rate Hike Hits Consumer Confidence
Fed Rate Hike Hits Consumer Confidence
October 01, 2018  |  Loans

Last week brought a confluence of economic headlines that are slated to hit the consumer right where it hurts: the wallet – and perhaps the...

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Consumer Spending Increases 0.3 Pct; Inflation Steady In August
Consumer Spending Increases 0.3 Pct; Inflation Steady In August
September 28, 2018  |  Consumer Finance

Data released Friday (Sept. 28) shows that U.S. consumer spending grew in August by 30 basis points, as estimated by the Commerce Department. Inflation continued to...

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Consumer Confidence Hits An 18-Year High
Consumer Confidence Hits An 18-Year High
September 25, 2018  |  Economy

With a strong labor market and expectations for more growth in the economy, consumer confidence in the U.S. reached an 18-year high in September. Get...

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Homebuilder Downgrade A Tough Housing Market Harbinger?
Homebuilder Downgrade A Tough Housing Market Harbinger?
September 21, 2018  |  Real Estate

Caution, warns a sell side analyst regarding homebuilder stocks, and the sector swoons. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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National Retail Federation Projects Halloween Spending Will Hit $9B
National Retail Federation Projects Halloween Spending Will Hit $9B
September 21, 2018  |  Retail

Just under last year’s record $9.1 billion in Halloween spending, the National Retail Federation’s (NRF’s) annual survey projects spending for the occasion will reach $9...

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When Economies Sour, The Hedgers Stand Tall
When Economies Sour, The Hedgers Stand Tall
September 18, 2018  |  Economy

Silver linings. Blessings in disguise. Opportunities are knocking. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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Apple, Nike Lose Favor With Chinese Consumers
Apple, Nike Lose Favor With Chinese Consumers
September 14, 2018  |  Retail

A new survey has found that big retailers like Apple and Nike are losing favor in China, as consumers are showing a preference towards local...

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